Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, August 21, 2019
— Photo from Luanne Nicholson
Think you’ve cultivated the best tomato? Bring it and other garden delights to Guilderland Public Library on Monday Aug. 26, at 6:30 p.m., for tasting and judging.
“They grow so fast!” Most likely, your child has outgrown last year’s school clothes. So it’s time to trade them in for something new (to you!).
First, bring clothing items in “like new” condition (no stains, rips, stretching; no socks, underwear, or swimwear; and recently cleaned) on Drop-Off Day on Thursday, Aug. 29, from 2 to 6 p.m. Please keep in mind that we cannot accept clothing others would not be pleased to receive.
You’ll get credit for each item brought in, which may be redeemed on Shopping Day, Friday Sept. 30, from 2 to 6 p.m., with a 10-item maximum per family. Leftover clothing will be donated to Goodwill, and we’ll have crafts available to keep little ones occupied while you shop.
Share the Summer Harvest
Bring your homegrown bounty of tomatoes and other self-cultivated fruits and vegetables, or your favorite dish that incorporates seasonal produce, on Monday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. We’ll award a prize for the most delicious tomato, judged by popular choice.
Whether you have a green thumb or not, we need tasters for this harvest feast, so please stop by! Sample the summer bounty, introduce your kids to homegrown healthy options, and help us crown the best tomato.
Book talk
“Gorilla and the Bird: A Memoir of Madness and a Mother's Love” is the subject of our pop-up book discussion on Monday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. Participants will take home a free copy of the book, courtesy of our sponsor, National Network of Libraries of Medicine.
Zack McDermott’s unflinching memoir describes how he came to terms with his bipolar disorder, and how his mother's unwavering support helped him through the process. This account is described as “glorious” by the New York Times, and “rueful, funny, and utterly authentic” by Kirkus Reviews. Please register online, by phone or in person.
Closed for Labor Day Weekend
Please note that the library will be closed Saturday, Aug. 31 through Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day weekend. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, Sept. 3: open 9:30 a.m.to 9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 1 to -5 p.m. Sunday.
Game On!
Are you a board game fanatic? Ever wonder what goes into conceptualizing and creating a successful board game? Perhaps you have an idea of your own?
Local expert, Peter McPherson, will be here Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. to convey how his new board game, Tiny Towns, germinated from a rough draft to a marketed product with excellent reviews and ratings on both Boardgamegeek.com and Amazon.
Peter will share his tips, tricks, and knowledge about the process from start to finish, and perhaps inspire you to do the same! You can also borrow Tiny Towns from us.
Pickling primer
Pickling rivals freezing, canning and drying for preventing foods from spoiling. It also lends unique flavor to fresh vegetables while retaining nutrients.
If you’ve got a surplus of summer produce and would like to preserve the harvest for months to come without delving into hardcore canning, plan to be here Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m. for hands-on quick and easy pickling instruction. Please register online, by phone or in person.
Shoe drive
Guilderland Public Library is participating in Brady’s K9 Saviors Shoe Drive for the next three weeks. Brady Arnold is an 11-year-old boy from Ravena who started this Capital Region effort to help defray the cost of equipment for police dog units.
He and his family have raised over $50,000 for this cause over the past three years by selling candy bars, leaving donation jars at diners, conducting restaurant fundraisers and performing stand-up comedy.
Brady received an award from Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple for his efforts. Shoes, boots, sneakers and slippers may be dropped off in the marked box in the library’s lobby through Sept. 6, with all proceeds benefiting local police dogs.
Baby yoga
On Monday, Sept. 9 and 16 at 10:30 a.m., join Rebecca Morris-Kencsan, L.M.T, M.A for baby yoga exercises to strengthen growing muscles, aid in digestion, promote better sleeping patterns and support your infant’s growth and development.
Caregivers will guide their little ones (ages one-12 months) into gentle yoga poses combined with developmental exercises, guided movement, song, and play. Please register online, by phone or in person.